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Who is Dr. Choi-Kim, Surgeon in Farmington Hills, MI?
Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Farmington Hills, MI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Choi-Kim graduated from Rutgers and completed her residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program. Dr. Choi-Kim is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi-Kim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi-Kim’s office at (248) 735-0502.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Choi-Kim?
Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Choi-Kim empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Farmington Hills/MI community, Dr. Choi-Kim is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Choi-Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program
Medical School: Rutgers
Is Dr. Choi-Kim board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Choi-Kim speak?
Dr. Choi-Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Choi-Kim treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Choi-Kim diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Choi-Kim. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lobular Carcinoma in Situ (LCIS)
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- LCIS
- Early Lobular Breast Cancer
- Precancerous Lobular Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- D0502: Lobular carcinoma in situ of left breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Breast Abscess
- Breast Disease
- Breast infection with pus
- Nipple abscess
- Mammary abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- N611: Abscess of the breast and nipple
Also known as:
- Lump in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Choi-Kim perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Choi-Kim's office.
Does Dr. Choi-Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Choi-Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 735-0502 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choi-Kim accept in Farmington Hills, MI?
Dr. Choi-Kim in Farmington Hills, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Choi-Kim's office located?
Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim's Primary Practice
31995 Northwestern Hwy
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
(248) 735-0502
What is Dr. Choi-Kim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choi-Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598860058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi-Kim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi-Kim
What is Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim's specialty?
Dr. Choi-Kim is a Surgeon near Farmington Hills, MI. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Choi-Kim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Choi-Kim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Surgeon?
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Is Lydia Choi-Kim accepting new patients in Farmington Hills, MI?
Yes, Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choi-Kim's office at (248) 735-0502 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lydia Choi-Kim?
Please contact Dr. Choi-Kim's office at (248) 735-0502 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim have?
Dr. Lydia Choi-Kim is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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